Walking and rambling in York
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YHA York
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Overview
A city packed with history and culture, York is a perfect city break destination for visitors to enjoy all year round. Just a 15-minute riverside walk from the city centre, YHA York is a friendly hub for a city that lives and breathes history.
From boutique shopping on cobbled streets to the most attractions per square mile in the UK, York's thriving culture makes it a must-see location. Don't miss a trip to the JORVIK Viking Centre, a visit to the beautiful York Minster or a walk through the Shambles – one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval streets.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Bed in a shared room is offered here
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is not offered here
- Entire place is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Within walking distance of the city centre and York train station
- Great for budget breaks all year round
- Vibrant social areas
Accommodation at YHA York
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 193 people
YHA York is a fantastic spot for history-loving groups, located a short walk from the river and train station in Clifton. This hostel offers themed activity packages, combining visits to city attractions with on-site adventures, making it an ideal base for groups wanting to explore York's history.
The city itself is suitable for all ages to enjoy with attractions like the JORVIK Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum. The city centre, just a mile away from the hostel, is easily accessible on foot, offering cobbled streets, quirky shops and eateries.
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
With three meeting rooms, a games room and social spaces with free Wi-Fi, YHA York can accommodate group of all ages and provides secure, exclusive areas for groups.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA York (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
Parking is available at the hostel.
Packages and bolt-ons
Our packages include activities, accommodation and catering – everything you need for a real outdoor adventure.
Looking to fill some free time? Our bolt-on activities can easily be added to your stay.
Accredited site
YHA York holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (103937).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- 24-hour reception
- Ambulant accessible
- Baby changing
- Café
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking on premises
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Defibrillator
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Free parking on premises
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared laundry room
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: 24 hours.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 10:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Café opening hours: Yorkie Café & Bar is open to the public from 11:00 - 20:30, Monday to Sunday.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA York. Assistance dogs are welcome.
YHA York - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA York
Things to do around YHA York
Moorsbus (around Helmsley & other hostels)
A fantastic community run bus service connecting surrounding towns within the North York Moors allowing you to leave your car at home. The services run on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays...
Barley Hall
A stunning medieval house, discovered under the modern facade of an office block, once home to the Priors of Nostell and the Mayor of York. Visit the Barley Hall website
York Boat River Cruises
The largest fleet of modern sightseeing boats outside London. Sit back, relax and enjoy York by day or night down the River Ouse. Visit the website
Mountain Biking in York
Get on your bike and head to Dalby Forest, a must for mountain biking enthusiasts with over 40 miles of man made trails for you to explore.
The York Dungeon in York
1 mile Delve into the city’s most blood-curdling history. An educationally chilling experience and a great day out for all the family. Visit the website
The Judge’s Lodging
Explore the ‘upstairs, downstairs’ life of the Judges, their servants & felonious guests at this stunning house.
York Castle Museum
A leading museum of everyday life. Discover how people lived through household objects and recreated rooms, shops and even prison cells. See the Museum website for more details.
Castle Howard
Set within 1000 acres of breathtaking landscape, the estate houses the Arboretum Trust - a collection of botanically important trees. Visit the website
Jorvik Viking Centre
A ground breaking visitor experience that lets you experience life in Viking-Age York. Don't miss a trip on the time capsule! Visit the website
York Minster
One of the great cathedrals of the world. Discover the Minster's fascinating history in the Undercroft. Don't miss the beautiful Quire. Visit the cathedral's website
Cycling in York
Explore York by bike on one of the City Cycling route maps from hostel. A great way to explore, you can stop any time for a spot of sightseeing or maybe a treat in the famous Betty's Tea Rooms.
York City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Sightseeing has never been so much fun! Hop on and off as much as you like, and see all the sights that the city has to offer. One route, but with 20 stops. Visit the Bus Tour website
JORVIK Viking Festival
The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcome return of the JORVIK Viking Festival! Separate fact from fiction at a Viking banquet or witness a live...
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York
Famous for exquisite architecture, a tangle of quaint cobbled streets and the iconic York Minster - there's lots to see and do!
More about this hostel
Volunteering
We are very grateful for all of the help and support that our generous volunteers give to YHA. We are proud of our “Investors in Volunteering” accreditation and have a wide range of opportunities available across the country, all of which will provide great learning or social experiences and help us to create even more opportunities for young people.
Volunteering is a great way to meet people, visit new places, gain experiences and have fun. Full details of all of our various volunteering programmes can be found through YHA volunteering.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Read our hostel's stylish murals to learn about more about York-based confectioners Rowntree's and see how their advertising evolved with the times. York itself is packed with attractions celebrating every era and history buffs will find it difficult to leave. Whether you want to walk on a genuine Roman floor or meet the sea monsters of prehistory, the Yorkshire Museum makes a great start to your journey. Or you can come face to face with 2,000 years of villainy at the York Dungeon - a theatrical walkthrough of York's blood-thirsty history, minus any boring bits!
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